Your Labs Say Normal. You Know Something Is Wrong.
We run the complete thyroid and root-cause testing most doctors never order
— and build a plan around what we actually find.
🔬 Complete Testing
Not just TSH. We test thyroid hormones, adrenals, viruses, gut health, food sensitivities, and more.
🤝 Root-Cause Care
We find out why your thyroid is struggling — not just manage the symptoms.
📍 Wilmington, NC + Statewide
In-person in Wilmington area. Remote consultations available throughout North Carolina.
Patient Experiences
- Kurth M.
- Lauren G.
When I found Dr. Hilary I was tired, scared and desperate. I was 6 months post partum and had just been diagnosed with a thyroid disorder that was taking over my body and life. In the first fifteen minutes of our first consultation she had given me more undivided attention and care than I had ever received from any health care professional. I was put at ease by her confidence and positive demeanor. Her attention to all aspects of my health, history, and lifestyle as a whole, truly encapsulated what functional medicine is all about. Within weeks I was able to come off of medication and was already feeling substantially better. About 6 weeks later blood work showed normal thyroid function. After taking Dr. Hilary’s advice and orders very seriously I have maintained normal levels 6 months later. I can now say I am feeling 100% better and have my life back! I owe ALL of this to Wilmington Functional Medicine and Dr. Hilary. To sweeten the deal the office and staff are warm, friendly, and inviting. They know your name and make you feel like a real life person! I would recommend any one who is interested in taking control of their health to visit Dr. Hilary!
- Lindsey W, North Carolina
I met Dr. Hilary when I moved to Southport in 2010. She was highly recommended by a friend of mine who is a patient of Dr. Hilary. Since I was in my twenties, I suffered from scoliosis and sought monthly treatments from various chiropractors. I have been Dr. Hilary’s patient for l0 years. She is the best chiropractor I have ever had. In addition to adjustments, I partake in her foot baths and laser treatments for my congested sinuses. I also have been a patient of her Functional Medicine practice for 2 years. Her knowledge and approach to health care is incredible. She is helping me with my cholesterol levels and other health issues by emphasizing nutrition, food and lifestyle changes. Dr. Hilary truly cares for her patients and their well being. She is funny, smart, compassionate and an exceptional practitioner. There have been several occasions when I or my husband needed emergency treatment or care, and she was always there for us. I trust her completely and am fortunate to have her in my life.
- Rose T, North Carolina
I am so grateful that I made the phone call to Dr. Hilary Rutledge for the 15 minute free consult! It has been a very long journey up to this time with a lot of non-answers for physical issues and much needed direction in the medical community. I turned to Wilmington Functional Medicine to see if this was the place and the people to reach out to who would hear my concerns and needs and actually hear me, then guide me to a place of health that I have not been in many years. This was a huge step for me from the start, and I had my doubts just knowing myself and my past experiences. But from the very first meeting to present, I have made a great deal of progress and learned so much about how I need to eat along with how I see myself and the things that make a difference in me physical, emotionally and mentally each day. I have received great input and direction to get me started on a path to healing. Dr. Hilary, Alyssa and the office staff have all been great! My questions get answered, thoughts redirected to the right place and encouragement in the progress and what to look forward to in the future. When I don’t understand the direction, explanation is given. I look forward to continuing to push. Myself and to also enjoy the process of this journey to being healthy…body, mind and soul. Thank you Wilmington Functional Medicine!!!
- Robin M, North Carolina
- Peggy S.
- Laura "Beth" T.
ARE YOU EXPERIENCING THIS?
You've been to the doctor. The labs came back "normal." But you're still exhausted, gaining weight, losing hair, struggling to think clearly, and feeling like your body is working against you.
You're not imagining it. And you're not alone.
Most standard thyroid panels only test TSH — a single pituitary hormone that tells you almost nothing about how your thyroid is actually functioning. Viral infections, adrenal stress, gut permeability, food sensitivities, and nutrient deficiencies all interfere with thyroid function and are almost never tested in a conventional workup.
At Whole Family Medicine, we look at the full picture. We use a comprehensive testing protocol that examines your thyroid hormones in detail, your immune system, your adrenal function, your gut health, and your nutritional status — so we can build a plan that's based on what your body actually needs.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
We don't guess. We test.
- Full thyroid panel including Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3, and thyroid antibodies
- Viral markers including Epstein-Barr, HHV-6, Hepatitis C, HSV 1&2, and SARS/COVID
- Adrenal stress testing (Adrenocortex for men, HU-Map for women)
- Food sensitivity panel — coffee, soy, gluten, dairy, and 180 additional foods
- Stool analysis for leaky gut, microbiome health, and infections
- Nutrient testing: Vitamin D, iron, ferritin, magnesium, zinc, iodine
MEET YOUR DOCTORS
Dr. Mathew Bradshaw
DC, AFMCP
Dr. Matthew Bradshaw is a Kansas City–born, Colorado-schooled chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner who blends natural healing principles with advanced training through the Institute for Functional Medicine. After overcoming his own debilitating panic attacks and gut issues using a clean diet, targeted supplements, and lifestyle changes, he now loves helping patients who feel stuck in the traditional medical system finally get answers and lasting relief.
Hilary Rutledge
DC, DABCI
Dr. Hilary Rutledge is a Sierra Nevada Foothills native, longtime Wilmington resident, and chiropractor-turned-functional medicine doctor who has spent more than two decades helping patients get healthy naturally. After returning to school for four additional years of advanced functional medicine training, she now focuses on partnering with patients who feel unheard in the traditional system, using in-depth testing, personalized care plans, and plenty of real-life empathy as a mom, horse lover, and yoga enthusiast.
Ready to Find Out What's Really Going On?
Book a free 15-minute discovery call. We'll talk about your symptoms, your history, and whether our program is the right fit.